The Scramble for Africa (jan 1, 1884 – jan 1, 1914)
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The Scramble for Africa was a period during the late 19th and early 20th centuries in which European powers aggressively colonized and divided up the African continent among themselves, leading to significant political, economic, and social changes across the region. This scramble for territories and resources resulted in the establishment of colonial rule over much of Africa, often causing cultural disruption and conflicts.
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